School of Engineering University of Phayao has formally launched the “Collaborative Future Technology Skills Development Bootcamp 2026” a hands-on training initiative established through a partnership among the School of Engineering, University of Phayao; Siam University; the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI); the Office of the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council; and other network partners.
The initiative aims to jointly develop intensive short-course training programmes that strengthen and upgrade workforce capabilities in alignment with emerging technologies and the evolving needs of industry. Training will be held from 14–16 August and 22–23 August 2026 at the Mueang Phayao Conference Room (ICT1247) in the Information and Communication Technology Building, as well as the School of Engineering’s laboratories and seminar rooms at the University of Phayao.
At the opening ceremony, Assistant Professor Dr Maruj Limpawatthana, Vice President of Siam University, appointed Mr Thanet Wilasamongkolchai, a lecturer in the Robotics and Automation Engineering Programme at Siam University, to present the report outlining the objectives of the Bootcamp. Subsequently, Assistant Professor Dr Wuthichai Chairinkam, Vice President for Student Quality at the University of Phayao, presided over the ceremony. He welcomed the trainees, formally declared the programme open, and toured the activity booths featured at the event.
Following the opening ceremony, participants joined one of two principal hands-on training courses:
Industrial AI Implementation Workshop
This course is designed to build practical competence in applying artificial intelligence (AI) in industrial contexts. It encompasses data processing for informed decision-making, quality assurance through intelligent visual-inspection systems, AI model training, and strategic planning for technology adoption tailored to an organisation’s specific operational requirements.
Digital Twin for Smart Maintenance
This course focuses on developing expertise in digital twin technologies, including the integration of data from sensors and real-time systems, as well as data monitoring and analysis through dashboards. These competencies facilitate the analysis and planning of predictive maintenance strategies, allowing organisations to move beyond reactive repairs following equipment failure towards data-driven forecasting and the proactive prevention of potential damage.
Bootcamp 2026 represents a significant milestone in the collaboration among higher education institutions, government agencies, and network partners to cultivate technological and innovation capabilities within the workforce. The initiative is intended to enable industry and the digital economy to respond effectively to future transformation.